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Congregational Programs for Adult Faith Development

Congregational Programs for Adult Faith Development

Congregational Programs for Adult Faith Development

Programs for Adult Faith Development vary from congregation to congregation, but may include:

Workshops for new Unitarian Universalists

Workshops about topics of interest to Unitarian Universalists, including history, theology, ethics, and scripture

Programs and service projects that address the social justice issues important to the congregation

Book and film discussion groups

Small Group Ministries, which meet over time and allow participants to get to know others and themselves more deeply

Affinity and support groups, such as those for parents, elder caregivers, or those struggling with addiction

Spiritual practice groups, such as yoga or meditation groups.

Curious about what is offered at your local congregation? Check the congregation's website or call.

Responsibility for designing, supporting, and evaluating adult faith development programs may rest with religious professionals or lay leaders, but it is often some combination of the two. If you are a congregational leader looking to strengthen adult offerings, a good first step is to notice what is already going on for adults and to recognize what is going well and meeting the needs of congregants. Only then can you turn your attention to strengthening or shaping your program.

Here are some resources to help you, whether you are looking for guidance on revamping or updating your entire program, or simply looking for a curriculum. Let us know how you use these resources, and if there are other helpful links you would like to have included.

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